Effective techniques
to increase smokers chances of successfully quitting are:
Quitting "cold turkey": abrupt cessation of all nicotine use as
opposed to tapering or gradual stepped-down nicotine weaning. It
is the quitting method used by
[PDF] 80 to 90% of all long-term
successful quitters.
Smoking-cessation support and counseling is often offered
over the internet, over the phone, or in person
Nicotine replacement therapy, NRT: pharmacological aids that
are clinically proven to help with withdrawal symptoms,
cravings, and urges (for example, transdermal nicotine patches,
gum, lozenges, sprays, and inhalers).
Antidepressant bupropion (Zyban®, contraindicated in epilepsy,
psychosis and diabetes) that also helps with withdrawal
symptoms, cravings, and urges.
Nicotinic receptor antagonist varenicline (Chantix®) (Champix®
in the UK)
"Five-Day Plan": quitting smoking through acceptance of
addiction and realization of smoking's harmfulness
Recently, a shot given multiple times over the course of several
months, which primes the immune to produce antibodies which
attach to nicotine and prevent it from reaching the brain, has
shown promise in helping smokers quit. However, this approach is
still in the experimental stages.
Information
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Smoking cessation
Statistics
Information for smokers trying to quit
1. Modalities
2. Alternative techniques
Information for healthcare professionals
1. Screening
Nicotine replacement therapy
1. Nicotine patch
2. Inhaler
3. Nasal spray
4. Gum
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